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The Latin name for Elecampane comes from Helen of Troy, who was supposed to have carried Elecampane
with her while being abducted from Sparta. This herb was highly regarded by the ancient Greeks and Romans as a treatment for
a variety of ailments that included indigestion, melancholy, sciatica, bronchitis, and asthma.
Today Elecampane is regarded as a long term treatment for respiratory diseases such as bronchitis
and asthma. Animal studies have shown that the oil of this herb is effective in suppressing coughs. It is also recommended
as a daily supplement to aid in digestion. Although there is no scientific evidence confirming its effectiveness, Elecampane
has been used in concentrated form to treat parasites.
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